Air India has announced revisions to its fuel surcharge structure across domestic and international routes, effective April 8. For routes to Europe, North America, and Australia, the revision will come into effect from April 10.
The revision in fuel surcharges is expected to increase airfares; however, Air India said it will continue to absorb a significant portion of the increased cost.
Air India has revised fuel surcharges for international routes, categorised by region.
For SAARC countries (excluding Bangladesh), the surcharge has been set at USD 24. West Asia and the Middle East will attract a surcharge of USD 50, while routes covering China and Southeast Asia (excluding Singapore) will see a surcharge of USD 100.
Singapore has been assigned a surcharge of USD 60, while flights to Africa will carry a surcharge of USD 130.
Passengers travelling to Europe (including the United Kingdom) will be charged a fuel surcharge of USD 205. Meanwhile, flights to North America and Australia will attract the highest surcharge, set at USD 280 each.
In a separate development, Air India’s Chief Executive Officer, Campbell Wilson, has resigned from his position but will remain in the role until a successor is appointed. His five-year term had been due to run until September next year.
Air India is facing several challenges, including regulatory scrutiny, financial losses, and disruptions caused by geopolitical tensions.
The airline has been under heightened regulatory scrutiny following a fatal Ahmedabad crash in 2025 that killed around 260 people.
Air India and Air India Express together reported losses of about ₹98 billion in the 2024–25 financial year.